Distinguished astrologer and Vastu expert Dr. Bharat Bhushan Sharma ‘Arya’ passed away on February 19, 2026. A PhD holder in marital compatibility and horoscopes, he was honored with the ‘Vidya Bhushan’ award for 23 years of service. Based in Indore, the certified specialist in palmistry and gemology leaves behind a significant legacy in occult sciences.

The ministry of external affairs has issued emergency numbers for Indian nationals in the Middle Eastern countries. The contact number for Doha, Qatar is +970592916418 . Indian citizens can also reach out to authorities in Doha via repoffice@mea.gov.in or cons.ramallah@mea.gov.in

Satellite images captured days apart show a dramatic change in Dubai’s skyline, with fresh pictures revealing thick black smoke rising over parts of the city after Iran launched a barrage of drones and missiles across the Gulf.

Health experts have outlined essential protein requirements based on age to maintain muscle mass and metabolic health. While adults generally need 0.8g to 1g per kg of body weight, requirements increase for growing children, pregnant women, and the elderly to prevent deficiency.

A viral report explores the historical origins of Indian city suffixes. ‘Pur’ stems from Sanskrit for “city,” ‘Abad’ is Persian for “settlement” or “prosperous,” and ‘Ganj’ denotes a “market.” These naming conventions reflect India’s diverse cultural, linguistic, and dynastic heritage.

TikTok star Ashley Leechin, a famous Taylor Swift lookalike, caused a massive stir at a high-profile wedding in Jamnagar. Videos of her striking resemblance to the pop icon went viral, momentarily confusing guests and social media users before her identity was confirmed.

Tensions erupted in Bihar’s Vaishali after a 60-year-old Hindu school principal married a 28-year-old Muslim teacher. While the couple claims the marriage was consensual, the woman’s family has alleged “Love Jihad,” leading to heavy police deployment to maintain communal harmony.

A 16-year-old Class 10 student was brutally attacked at a Bhopal snooker club, suffering 27 stab wounds and two severed fingers. Three minors were detained for the horrific assault, which reportedly stemmed from a previous dispute. The victim remains in critical condition.

In a major blow to the administration’s economic policy, the US Supreme Court ruled on Friday that President Donald Trump’s international tariffs are illegal. The Court declared the President lacks the unilateral authority to impose such taxes. This decision nullifies heavy tariffs levied since April 2025, marking a significant legal defeat for Trump’s trade agenda.

India attended the Gaza Board of Peace meeting in Cairo as an “observer,” maintaining a policy of being “involved but not committed.” This status allows India to support humanitarian efforts and regional stability without taking sides or entering formal binding diplomatic obligations.

The Indian government launched VoiceRA, an indigenous AI stack designed to provide voice-based citizen services in multiple Indian languages. Developed by MeitY, it aims to bridge the digital divide by allowing users to access welfare schemes and information through simple voice commands.

A violent clash between two groups at a wedding in Dhule, Maharashtra, left three people dead. The dispute, reportedly triggered by a minor argument over loud music, escalated into stone-pelting and physical assault, resulting in the tragic fatalities.

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has predicted that India will fail to qualify for the T20 World Cup semi-finals. He criticized the team’s performance, stating their batting has “collapsed in all games” and lacks the consistency required for the knockout stages.

A 65-year-old retired ISRO employee, Nageshwar Rao, was arrested for allegedly strangling his wife, Sandya Sri, with a towel in their Bengaluru apartment. Police state Rao, who was battling depression, reportedly planned to end his own life after the act.

Zimbabwe defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets to end the group stage of T20 World Cup on top of the points table. They chased down 179 runs comfortably with Bennett and Raza playing starring roles. Notably, Zimbabwe are scheduled to face India in the Super 8 round on February 26 in Chennai.

A Karni Sena activist was detained by the police in Rajasthan’s Kota on Thursday for issuing a death threat to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi along with 25 MPs of the party. The man, Raj Singh, the spokesperson of the right-wing group Karni Sena, shared a video on social media.

To address the “marriage crisis” among young agriculturists, the Karnataka government is considering a scheme to provide financial incentives to women who marry farmers. The proposal aims to tackle the rising difficulty rural youth face in finding life partners due to urban migration.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a “MANAV Vision” for artificial intelligence and its impact at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. MANAV Vision — M for Moral and Ethical System, A for Accountable Governance, N for National Sovereignty; A for Accessible and Inclusive; and V for Valid and Legitimate

While many luxury hotels in Delhi have laid out the red carpet for VIP guests attending the ongoing AI summit, one hotel has gone above and beyond. Shangri-La Eros in New Delhi has stationed a humanoid robot to greet summit delegates — a fitting welcome for an event that’s meant to showcase India’s digital prowess.

French President Emmanuel Macron began his three-day visit to India with a morning jog in Mumbai. He and PM Modi will sign MOUs, inaugurate the Airbus H125 helicopter assembly line, and launch the Franco-Indian Year of Innovation.